$32 MILLION IN NEW FUNDING FOR MORE CLASSROOM SPACE

The Government of Saskatchewan is providing an additional $32 million in funding for 45 new relocatable classrooms to increase classroom space throughout the province. The majority of this new funding is allocated to Regina and Saskatoon, the two cities where the province is experiencing the fastest population growth. Other communities included are Humboldt, Lloydminster, Lumsden, Pilot Butte, Warman, […]

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PROGRESS CONTINUES ON SPECIALIZED SUPPORT CLASSROOMS

Eight Saskatchewan schools have been selected to implement the Specialized Support Classroom Pilot through a $3.6 million investment from the Government of Saskatchewan. The pilot aims to help staff in schools manage and de-escalate behavioural incidents. Participating school divisions have selected the following schools and are developing plans to meet their local needs: McKitrick Community […]

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OVER $400,000 IN FUNDING PROVIDED THROUGH THE NEW TEACHER INNOVATION AND SUPPORT FUND

It is Teacher and Education Staff Appreciation Week in Saskatchewan! From February 11 to February 17, join the Government of Saskatchewan and other educational partners as we set time aside this week to thank all the hardworking and dedicated teachers and education staff in Saskatchewan. With this year’s theme of “Shaping the Future Together”, the […]

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SASKATCHEWAN STARTING 2024 STRONG: 12,900 JOBS ADDED YEAR-OVER-YEAR , UNEMPLOYMENT RATE FALLS TO 4.7 PER CENT

Newly released numbers from Statistics Canada show Saskatchewan’s labour market is off to a strong start in 2024, with 12,900 new jobs added last month when compared to January 2023, an increase of 2.2 per cent. The provincial labour force also reached 623,300 in January, a record high for the month.  “Saskatchewan continues to excel […]

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PHYSICIAN RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION UPDATE

A newly ratified contract between Saskatchewan physicians and the Government of Saskatchewan marks a significant achievement in the latest Saskatchewan Health Human Resources (HHR) Action Plan update. Highlights of the new, four-year contract include: An overall average general rate increase of 2.5 per cent per year (April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2026). A competitive market rate […]

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MAKING LIFE MORE AFFORDABLE WITH THE ACTIVE FAMILIES BENEFIT

With tax season around the corner, the Government of Saskatchewan is reminding families with children and youth participating in sports, culture, and recreation that they can access the Active Families Benefit when they file their 2023 taxes. The benefit is available to families with an annual income up to $60,000. They can receive up to […]

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AFRICAN-CANADIAN/BLACK HISTORY MONTH PROCLAIMED IN SASKATCHEWAN

February has been proclaimed as African-Canadian/Black History Month in Saskatchewan, to honour and recognize the legacy of African-Canadians across the province. African-Canadian/Black History Month is an opportunity to learn more about the many accomplishments and contributions made by persons of African heritage to Saskatchewan and the rest of Canada.  “In Saskatchewan, our provincial motto: From […]

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GREATER SUPPORTS FOR AT-RISK MOTHERS THROUGH INCREASED FUNDING FOR SANCTUM CARE GROUP PROGRAMS

New mothers and pregnant women taking part in Sanctum Care Group Inc. (Sanctum) programs now have greater access to supports thanks to an enhanced partnership between the Ministry of Social Services, Ministry of Health and the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). As announced in the 2023-24 provincial budget, each ministry is providing an additional $325,000 to […]

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COVERAGE EXPANDS FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS DRUG

More children in Saskatchewan living with cystic fibrosis (CF) are now eligible for Trikafta, a medication that improves lung function. Starting February 1, 2024, coverage of Trikafta will be available to CF patients two to five years of age who meet the medical criteria. “We are pleased to expand coverage for this treatment for more […]

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Report from the Legislature – December 21, 2023

Saskatchewan has seen incredible growth throughout 2023. Saskatchewan has built a strong foundation of a strong economy, strong communities and strong families. Saskatchewan’s population is over 1.22 million people and growing faster than it has in more than a century. Our economy saw GDP growth of 6.0 per cent, ranking first in the nation. The […]

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